1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 256 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2010 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Opel Zafira 2010 Hyundai Azera
Make Opel Hyundai
Model Zafira Azera
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4895 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2779 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 75 L